Punt like a Pro, without the know!
New South Wales · Tuesday 23 December 2025
Our top pick won 3 of 7 races at Taree. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
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The advantageous barrier 3 draw on a track showing bias toward inside barriers is a significant positive. With quality jockey Ashley Morgan aboard and a likely fast tempo that should create opportunities, Royal Exile appears well-positioned to make a winning debut.
Exceed Me brings solid form credentials with 2 thirds from 3 starts including a 3rd last start at this track. Has proven soft track ability and draws well in barrier 5. The consistent form and proven ability make Exceed Me a genuine winning chance.
The filly is showing clear improvement with each run and draws well in barrier 4.
Agent Max represents value as a first starter likely to take up a forward position from barrier 6. In a race with a very fast predicted tempo, Agent Max is mapped to be one of the leaders which should be advantageous given the track's bias toward on-pace runners. The engagement of experienced jockey Luke Rolls and the addition of a lugging bit suggest connections have prepared this runner well for its debut.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 9 | Royal Exile | 3 | Ashley Morgan | Ms J Graham | 55kg | $1.75 |
| 2nd | 2 | Agent Max | 6 | Luke Rolls | Gaye Ball | 57.5kg | $7.50 |
| 3rd | 5 | Exceed Me | 5 | Anna Roper | J A Sprague | 56.5kg | $3.80 |
| 4th | 3 | Devilish Sun | 9 | Matthew Bennett | Tim McIntosh | 57.5kg | $61.00 |
| 5th | 6 | I'm Super | 1 | Kacie Adams | P J Kelly | 56kg | $31.00 |
| 6th | 7 | Blue Dane | 8 | Leanne Boyd | Darren Treacy | 52kg | $51.00 |
| 7th | 8 | Markwell Music | 10 | Reece Jones | Joseph Burges | 55kg | $18.00 |
| 8th | 10 | Supido Star | 4 | Ben Looker | T S Howlett | 55kg | $12.00 |
| 9th | 1 | Sea Turtle | 7 | Benjamin Osmond | Aiden St Vincent | 59kg | $31.00 |
| 10th | 4 | Atadcheeky | 2 | Emily Farr | Glen Milligan | 54.5kg | $51.00 |
Has consistent form with 1 win and 2 placings from 10 starts and has been competitive in similar class races. Well-drawn in barrier 4 which should suit with middle barriers advantaged at this track. Reece Jones is a positive jockey booking. Main query is the step up to 1600m for the first time.
Faiza Star brings strong recent form with a win and placing from her last 3 starts. Well-drawn in barrier 3 which should suit with middle barriers advantaged. Main queries are the step up to 1600m for the first time and limited soft track experience. Kacie Adams maintains the ride which is a positive.
Has placed twice from 3 starts at similar distances and should be suited by the likely fast tempo as a backmarker. Second-up from a spell with room for improvement.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Hallonic | 8 | Shae Wilkes | W T Wilkes | 57.5kg | $3.80 |
| 2nd | 4 | Mars Landing | 5 | Ben Looker | Terry Evans | 57.5kg | $10.00 |
| 3rd | 6 | Faiza Star | 3 | Kacie Adams | Darren Treacy | 57kg | $5.50 |
| 4th | 10 | Flame Of Fire | 10 | Luke Rolls | B M Lazzarini | 56.5kg | $71.00 |
| 5th | 9 | Kahraba | 11 | Mollie Fitzgerald | Denim Wynen | 57kg | $17.00 |
| 6th | 7 | Heart Of Platinum | 9 | Anna Roper | R N Godbolt | 57kg | $21.00 |
| 7th | 8 | Jamacri | 4 | Reece Jones | R P Northam | 57kg | $1.90 |
| 8th | 5 | Bold Rouge | 7 | D Lane | 57kg | $101.00 | |
| 9th | 11 | Legin | 2 | Peter Graham | R J Agnew | 56.5kg | $151.00 |
| 10th | 12 | Northern Glow | 6 | Madeline Owen | A P Ball | 55kg | $101.00 |
| 11th | 2 | Straight Through | 1 | Matthew Bennett | B J Dodson | 59kg | $71.00 |
| Scr | 3 | Thinkin' Bo You | 11 | Liam Blanch | D Simonetta | 59kg |
Dark Justice represents the powerful Kris Lees stable and draws perfectly in barrier 2 on a track showing bias toward inside gates. The jockey booking is positive, and the weight is favorable. Expected to be positioned well in a race with fast tempo.
Being second-up today is a significant positive given the stable's record with horses at this stage of preparation. From the same Kris Lees stable as the top pick, this gelding has shown ability and should be well-positioned from barrier 5 to capitalize on the expected fast tempo.
The addition of a tongue control bit for the first time could address breathing issues and spark improvement.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 5 | Dark Justice | 2 | Benjamin Osmond | K A Lees | 57.5kg | $2.70 |
| 2nd | 7 | Smashing Nova | 5 | William A Stanley | K A Lees | 57.5kg | $7.50 |
| 3rd | 13 | Oakfield Mars | 4 | Reece Jones | D Lane | 57kg | $4.80 |
| 4th | 10 | Disgruntled | 9 | Mollie Fitzgerald | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 57kg | $14.00 |
| 5th | 8 | Adelina Falls | 7 | Anna Roper | Ms K Waugh | 57kg | $8.00 |
| 6th | 3 | Starward | 3 | Leanne Boyd | Ms A Willick-McDonald | 56kg | $21.00 |
| 7th | 1 | I Alone | 8 | Teighan Worsnop | A P Ball | 59kg | $81.00 |
| 8th | 11 | Markwell Melody | 10 | Joseph Burges | 57kg | $61.00 | |
| 9th | 16 | All Too Silent | 6 | Emily Farr | A P Ball | 55.5kg | $51.00 |
| 10th | 4 | Tawfiq Tom | 1 | Luke Rolls | Cassandra Schmidt | 59kg | $4.40 |
| Scr | 2 | Maximum Ride | 11 | D Lane | 59kg | ||
| Scr | 6 | Firey Truth | 17 | K A Lees | 57.5kg | ||
| Scr | 9 | Castelle | 16 | M S Minervini | 57kg | ||
| Scr | 12 | Miss Joy | 10 | Terry Evans | 57kg | ||
| Scr | 14 | Resume | 13 | M S Minervini | 57kg | ||
| Scr | 15 | Double Or Quits | 12 | Ella Drew | Nick Mitchell | 55kg | |
| Scr | 17 | Blue Dane | 11 | Kacie Adams | Darren Treacy | 57kg |
Call Me Basil brings the strongest recent form into this race with a last-start maiden win at Tuncurry. Has placed twice at this track and distance previously and handles soft tracks well with a win and a placing from two attempts. Well-drawn in barrier 5 to capitalize on the inside barrier advantage at Taree. The weight is a concern, but his class edge and proven ability on this surface compensate.
She's shown significant improvement in her last three starts with a win and two placings. The inside barrier is a massive advantage at Taree, and she gets in with just 55kg.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 5 | Triple Triple | 13 | Anna Roper | Denim Wynen | 57kg | $20.00 |
| 2nd | 13 | Maggie Sparkles | 7 | Kacie Adams | P J Kelly | 55kg | $15.00 |
| 3rd | 6 | Trounce | 8 | Andrew Gibbons | K A Lees | 57kg | $4.80 |
| 4th | 3 | Highly Tempted | 14 | Madeline Owen | A P Ball | 59kg | $5.50 |
| 5th | 8 | Eddie's Charm | 1 | Peter Graham | D Riley | 55kg | $26.00 |
| 6th | 10 | Good Karma | 10 | Ben Looker | Paul Snowden | 55kg | $61.00 |
| 7th | 2 | Call Me Basil | 5 | Ashley Morgan | Adam Duggan | 59kg | $1.75 |
| 8th | 12 | Kickoff | 9 | Reece Jones | T J Bartley | 55kg | $26.00 |
| 9th | 7 | Wild Flash | 3 | Mollie Fitzgerald | Patrick Cleave | 56.5kg | $21.00 |
| 10th | 15 | Pongola | 6 | H R Dew | 55kg | $201.00 | |
| 11th | 11 | Jocund | 4 | Ella Drew | Scott Aspery | 53kg | $51.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Cosmic Coco | 2 | Samantha McGuren | 60kg | ||
| Scr | 4 | Whispering Rupert | 12 | G McFarlane | 58kg | ||
| Scr | 9 | Fast Blue | 15 | T J Bartley | 55kg | ||
| Scr | 14 | Highland Mirage | 11 | Luke Rolls | Cassandra Schmidt | 55kg |
Edge Of Midnight brings the strongest credentials with excellent recent form including two wins from his last four starts. While carrying topweight is a concern, he's proven he can handle it, and Ben Looker is a positive jockey booking. The fast tempo should suit his racing style.
Grassburn is an improving mare who won impressively last start. She's well-drawn in barrier 2 to take advantage of the inside bias and carries a manageable 57kg. The class rise is the main concern, but her recent form suggests she's ready for the challenge. Mollie Fitzgerald retains the ride which is a positive.
Get Some Fun is an improving mare with strong recent form including a win two starts back. The class rise is a concern, but she appears to be in career-best form.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Edge Of Midnight | 5 | Ben Looker | P M Perry | 61.5kg | $6.50 |
| 2nd | 11 | Grassburn | 2 | Mollie Fitzgerald | M J Robinson | 57kg | $5.50 |
| 3rd | 7 | Get Some Fun | 3 | Madeline Owen | Ms K Owen | 59kg | $3.00 |
| 4th | 8 | Golden Honour | 6 | Glen Milligan | 58.5kg | $8.50 | |
| 5th | 15 | Wanjina Rose | 12 | Grady Spokes | Brad Munro | 52.5kg | $19.00 |
| 6th | 2 | Annulus | 13 | Emily Farr | Scott Aspery | 59kg | $26.00 |
| 7th | 12 | Nyali Sands | 1 | Benjamin Osmond | T S Howlett | 57kg | $19.00 |
| 8th | 13 | Oh Deer | 4 | Ashley Morgan | Adam Duggan | 56.5kg | $3.80 |
| 9th | 10 | Strobing | 10 | Matthew Bennett | A P Ball | 58.5kg | $61.00 |
| 10th | 6 | Bonus Tempus | 11 | Kacie Adams | B M Lazzarini | 59kg | $101.00 |
| 11th | 17 | Jevington Will Do | 8 | H R Dew | 55kg | $201.00 | |
| Scr | 3 | Miss Cartel | 15 | Ms C Rode | 61kg | ||
| Scr | 4 | Otium | 7 | Shae Wilkes | W T Wilkes | 58.5kg | |
| Scr | 5 | Pocket Eights | 9 | G McFarlane | 60kg | ||
| Scr | 9 | Savvyrocker | 14 | R N Godbolt | 58.5kg | ||
| Scr | 14 | My Mate Kate | 10 | Andrew Gibbons | Ben Lees | 56kg | |
| Scr | 16 | Kevin Mckeen | 17 | B J Dodson | 57.5kg |
All Hunky Dory brings the strongest credentials with a perfect record at Taree over the mile. While he's coming off a 5th placing, his win two starts back at Newcastle was impressive. The soft track poses no concerns with a solid wet track record, and Ashley Morgan is a positive jockey booking.
Uncle Harry brings excellent recent form into this race with a win three starts back and a solid 3rd last start at Wyong. While he lacks experience at Taree, his consistent performances suggest he'll handle the track. The class rise is a concern, but his recent form indicates he's up to the challenge.
His recent form has been strong with placings in his last two starts, and he's well-weighted with just 55kg. While the barrier draw is a concern, his consistent performances and ability to handle soft tracks make him a genuine chance.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 10 | Change The Date | 11 | Luke Rolls | B D Bellamy | 55kg | $5.00 |
| 2nd | 4 | All Hunky Dory | 6 | Ashley Morgan | Adam Duggan | 58.5kg | $2.50 |
| 3rd | 7 | Uncle Harry | 8 | Ben Looker | P M Perry | 56kg | $5.00 |
| 4th | 2 | Jacenza | 12 | Reece Jones | R P Northam | 60.5kg | $4.40 |
| 5th | 8 | Believe So | 4 | Peter Graham | D L Matts | 55kg | $21.00 |
| 6th | 5 | Full Press | 13 | Matthew Bennett | B J Dodson | 58kg | $51.00 |
| 7th | 14 | Charmed Destiny | 15 | Teighan Worsnop | J A Sprague | 55kg | $71.00 |
| 8th | 15 | Maui | 9 | Leanne Boyd | Ms A Willick-McDonald | 52kg | $151.00 |
| 9th | 9 | Ashim | 1 | Benjamin Osmond | B D Bellamy | 55kg | $51.00 |
| 10th | 12 | Mosgiel Daisy | 7 | Mollie Fitzgerald | M J Robinson | 55kg | $13.00 |
| 11th | 11 | Sound And Vision | 5 | Madeline Owen | Ms K Owen | 55kg | $101.00 |
| 12th | 13 | Oh No Bro | 2 | Ella Drew | Carlos Antonio | 53kg | $151.00 |
| 13th | 3 | Pure Deal | 10 | Grady Spokes | B D Bellamy | 57kg | $91.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Morning Sun | 3 | Anna Roper | Ms A Willick-McDonald | 61kg | |
| Scr | 6 | Rebel's Edge | 14 | Andrew Gibbons | Cassandra Stummer | 56.5kg |
Well drawn in barrier 4 to take advantage of the inside bias, she's proven on soft tracks and at this distance.
Cool Fizz brings strong credentials with excellent track and distance form plus a recent win. The main concerns are the top weight and wide barrier, but her class and consistency make her a genuine winning chance despite these obstacles.
The significant class drop from her last start is a major plus, and she's proven on soft tracks. Her record at this distance is also impressive, making her a genuine value proposition.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Cool Fizz | 8 | Grady Spokes | B J Dodson | 59.5kg | $5.00 |
| 2nd | 12 | Lily Bobtail | 4 | Shae Wilkes | Luke A Thomas | 55.5kg | $5.00 |
| 3rd | 5 | Rock 'n' Reign | 2 | Reece Jones | Cassandra Stummer | 60kg | $6.00 |
| 4th | 6 | This One Time | 12 | Leeshelle Small | R P Northam | 57.5kg | $4.80 |
| 5th | 3 | Aye Aye Skipper | 9 | Ashley Morgan | J A Sprague | 60.5kg | $14.00 |
| 6th | 8 | Wine Time | 7 | Jeff Kehoe | Nicole Hudson | 58kg | $81.00 |
| 7th | 13 | Snippety Star | 14 | Madeline Owen | Ms C Reid | 56.5kg | $151.00 |
| 8th | 10 | Golden Cow | 5 | Ella Drew | Carlos Antonio | 55.5kg | $41.00 |
| 9th | 4 | Pins And Needles | 6 | Matthew Bennett | Glen Milligan | 60kg | $8.50 |
| 10th | 14 | Spring Eagle | 11 | Emily Farr | R Simonetta | 54kg | $41.00 |
| 11th | 11 | Brazen Brando | 3 | Kacie Adams | B M Lazzarini | 57kg | $13.00 |
| 12th | 15 | Nikody's Diego | 1 | P Cheers | 55kg | $12.00 | |
| 13th | 7 | Invincible Whip | 10 | Ben Looker | T S Howlett | 58.5kg | $17.00 |
| Scr | 2 | Vee Eight | 13 | Teighan Worsnop | Sue Laughton | 61kg | |
| Scr | 9 | El Beatle | 15 | J A Sylvester | 57.5kg |
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